Joseph S. "Pops" Bourgeois

1930 - 2020

Joseph S. Bourgeois "Pops" passed away at his home on March 21, 2020 at the age of 89. He is preceded in death by the love of his life, Florence L. Bourgeois; grandson, Joseph "Joe Cool" Bourgeois; parents, Sidney and Mary Bourgeois and brother, Sidney "Shortie" Bourgeois. Beloved father of Sidney Bourgeois (Tuttie), Catherine Manor (Lydel), and JoAnn Kiger (Harry). Cherished Paw Paw of Jessica Coulon (Allen), Jamie Victoriano (Rennan), Kyle Manor (Aimee), Kendel Manor (Renae), Kellen Manor (Amanda), Jason Kiger, Justin Kiger (Debbie), and Jenny Lazo (Marco). Also proud Paw Paw to 15 great-grandchildren. Also survived by brother, Jerry Bourgeois (Linda); sister, Rosemary Bourgeois along with many other relatives and friends. A resident of Barataria, LA, Joe was the former co-owner of Sidney's Texaco for over 40 years and co-owner of Sidney's Bar in Marrero. He was also one of the co-founders of PARD Playground in Marrero. He was the patriarch of his family who always put them first. "Pops" biggest pride and joy was being the owner of his namesake, Joe's Landing in Barataria, LA which he ran with his son Sid. Up until his passing, he was there, 7-days a week, sitting at his chair, greeting customers, swapping stories and a cold beer with the regulars that he considered his Joe's Landing family. Joe was an avid fisherman and story teller who loved his horses and corned beef and was a diehard Yankee baseball fan. He leaves behind a family who loved him dearly as well as a lifetime of extended family and friends. Visitation will be held at Mothe Funeral Home, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA on Wednesday, March 25, 2020 from 9 am to 11 am followed by a Funeral Mass. During this difficult time, friends are invited to gather, following the Mass, at St. Pius X Mausoleum in Crown Point for the graveside services and to pay respects to a wonderful man and his family. In lieu of flowers, at the family's request, we would like to invite all extended family and friends to join us in the celebration of his life at a later date. To view and sign the online guest book, please visit: www.mothefunerals.com.